Question

Which of the following best describes the evolution of the traditions of inheritance in Europe from the early medieval period?(1 point) Responses At first land was divided between all sons and then it was given only to the first-born son. At first land was divided between all sons and then it was given only to the first-born son. At first land was divided between all sons and daughters and then it was given only to the first-born son. At first land was divided between all sons and daughters and then it was given only to the first-born son. At first land was only given to first-born sons and then it was divided between all sons. At first land was only given to first-born sons and then it was divided between all sons. At first all property was given only to sons and then just land was given only to first-born sons.

Answer 1

The statement that best describes the evolution of the traditions of inheritance in Europe from the early medieval period is: "At first land was divided between all sons and daughters and then it was given only to the first-born son."

In the early medieval period, it was common for inheritance practices to distribute land among all heirs, including daughters. However, as feudal systems developed and the idea of primogeniture gained prominence, land began to be passed down to the eldest son exclusively, which led to a more centralized form of land ownership and power within families.